Abstract: An asset management mapping system including a microphone recording the audio of the asset inspector and a condition signal generator generating an audio condition signal based on asset inspector input from a keypad including condition selectors recorded into a global positioning system audio and video recorder that associates the audio and video with a gps location to create a pavement condition database. The database is interpreted to generate a condition output map of the areas inspected.

Abstract: A method includes a computing device receiving at least one sensor reading from at least one sensor on a user's device; the computing device determining at least one setting on the user's device based upon the received at least one sensor reading; the computing device detecting a change from the at least one sensor that could affect an optimal setting for the determined at least one setting; and notifying a user that the detected change has occurred.

Abstract: An apparatus processes video signals containing video information related to a scene which may contain a vehicle license plate. The apparatus includes a video camera having a video imaging device for viewing the scene and generating a first video signal. A character detector in the video camera processes the first video signal to detect a license plate within the scene and to generate location information indicating the location of the license plate. A line detector in the camera determines a particular video line of the first video signal into which the location information is to be embedded. An insertion circuit in the camera embeds the location information into the particular video line of the first video signal to form a second video signal. The apparatus may also include a video capture device for receiving the second video signal from the video camera and converting the second video signal into digital image data.

Abstract: A digital still camera switches an image sensor between moving picture shooting and still picture shooting. The digital still camera includes a variable-magnification optical system having a plurality of lens groups of which four are movable. At least one of the movable lens groups travels different movement trails for magnification variation between during zooming in moving picture shooting and during zooming in still picture shooting.

Abstract: Image signals input terminals are selected by a selector. The image signals are combined and displayed on the same screen of a display device. The display screen includes one main screen and a plurality of sub screens. In the case where a moving image is displayed on the main screen, images displayed on the sub screens are updated when the moving image displayed on the main screen are in a still state. The modes of the image signals are detected only when they are input for the first time, the process performed upon the image signals input after that is controlled in accordance with information stored in a memory.

Abstract: A camera that produces a special photographic effect known as a "freeze" by simultaneously photographing an active subject from multiple perspectives. Multiple individual cameras are operated via a single computer controller and powered by a single external DC power supply. The photographs are then edited and sequenced to form a moving picture.

Abstract: Control and regulation apparatus 16 for the control of the exposure and transport speed of a motion picture film with a motion picture camera whose film transport motor 26 is connected to a speed control apparatus 23 and which has a rotary shutter which can be adjusted by means of a servomotor 3 and which is connected to a potentiometer 6 as a position sensor. A setpoint for the shutter aperture of the adjustable rotary shutter is specified as a function of the current film transport speed by the control and regulation apparatus 16 via a converter 14 to a position controller 13, whereby the product of the film transport speed and the shutter aperture is always a constant value. Different film transport speeds, shutter apertures and transition times can be input to the camera in a programmer apparatus 19 or in a remote control apparatus 181, 182, and initiated sequentially by means of a program key 183.

Abstract: A method is disclosed whereby a motion picture projector is equipped to operate at two or more different speeds, such as 24 and 30 frames per second. It is envisioned that different parts of a motion picture may be recorded at different frame rates, to variably impart a highly intense effect upon the audience, expanding the parameters of creative control for the producer of the film. In operation, the method described facilitates switching between these different frame rates, both during the presentation of a single motion picture and between pictures. Cue signals recorded onto the film actuate the change in speed. The projector is automatically set to switch operation into a different speed, and the frames of the film that will be shown during the transitional period are prepared to give the audience the impression of a smooth transition between speeds.

Abstract: This high speed, instantaneous multi-image recorder comprises a video camera, sensor unit and light projector. A frame memory is connected to the video camera, a flashtube is to the light projector, a retarder is to the sensor unit. The flashtube is connected to the retarder, and a monitor is connected to the frame memory. The video camera, sensor unit and light projected are placed as directed toward a moving object which is, for example, a golf club. When the golfer swings the club, the sensor unit detects the club, the light projector flashes, and the video camera picks up the golf ball and club head around the moment of impacting. Thus, the video camera catches many instantaneous poses within a frame. Many such images picked up in a signal frame of the video camera are displayed on the monitor screen for analysis.

Abstract: A motor-driven camera with stepping image-recordation control includes a shutter which extends between an objective and an exposure opening of the camera, and a friction segment member which engages the film accommodated in a camera to advance the same in predetermined increments from a payout core to a takeup core in a path leading past the exposure opening. The shutter and the friction segment member are mounted on respective shafts which are normal to one another and also to the output shaft of the electric motor which drives the camera. The output shaft has a worm provided thereon, and the shafts of the shutter and of the friction segment member have worm wheels which mesh with the worm. A friction roller engages the film opposite to the friction segment member, and a friction transmission incorporating a friction clutch or coupling is interposed between the friction roller and the capstan for the takeup core to rotate the latter as the film advances.

Abstract: An arrangement for producing or showing distance lapse motion pictures in coordination with a bicycle through mechanical or electrical system operated in accordance with the speed at which the bicycle or exercise bicycle by a user thereof.

Abstract: The motion picture camera which is adjustable for taking individual pictures has a rotary shutter and means for locking this shutter in an open rest position thereof. This open rest position, at which the shutter passes the exposure light beam, is effected immediately upon the completion of the film advancement phase during one turn of the rotary shutter and can last for an arbitrarily long time period. This long time exposure is terminated by unlocking the rotary shutter simultaneously with the actuation of the release of the camera for taking the subsequent picture.

Abstract: An exposure time control device in a cinecamera comprises a rotatable shutter, an electric motor for driving the shutter, a power source for the motor, and changing means operatively associated with the rotatable shutter to change the number of revolutions of the motor within a period during which an aperture is opened and closed by the rotatable shutter.

Abstract: A device on a film projector for copying movie films in combination with a movie camera which is equipped with a releaser for the exposure of single frames. Said device includes a speed-changing mechanism at the film projector for changing the speed of projection to less than the maximum exposure rate of the movie camera when operating the single-frame releaser. The film projector further comprises a pulse-generating switch, which is operated synchronously with the film feed mechanism of the film projector, such that a pulse is generated or transmitted at each change of frame of the projected film. Said pulses are used for releasing the single-frame releaser of the movie camera.

Abstract: A cine camera with an exposure regulating device for regulating the aperture during operation with a continuously driven shutter and having means for stopping the rotation of the shutter in an open position to provide long exposures. The means for stopping the rotation of the shutter for long exposures operates automatically when the maximum available aperture is inadequate to provide correct exposure when the shutter is driven continuously.

Abstract: A circuit for use in connection with a motor driving device for a camera in which a timing circuit is provided. The timing circuit comprises a resistor and condensor and a switch for discharging the condensor. A second switch is provided in a series with the condensor and actuated by the camera release button to render the timing circuit inoperative in order to quickly ready the camera for additional use.

Abstract: This invention relates to an electromagnetic trigger device in a motor-driven camera for effecting bulb exposure in which the shutter is kept open during depression of the shutter release button. By depression of the shutter release button, discharge current from a first capacitor directly or indirectly energizes a electromagnet to drive a shutter driving mechanism. A latching lever stops the shutter driving mechanism in an open shutter position. By release of the button, discharge current from a second capacitor directly or indirectly energizes the electromagnet to drive the shutter driving mechanism. The latching lever stops the shutter driving mechanism in a closed shutter position, thus accomplishing the bulb exposure.

Abstract: An electromagnetic trigger device for use with camera capable of automatic time exposure, comprises: a power supply; a motor; a trigger switch; shutter driving means driven by said motor for driving a shutter and movable between a fully closed position and a fully open position, said shutter driving means fully opening the shutter when it is at the fully open position and fully closing the shutter when it is at the fully closing position; engaging means movable between a latching position and a non-latching position, said engaging means being adapted, when moved to said latching position, to latch said shutter driving means which occupies one of the fully open and closing positions; a motor switch which is closed for electrically connecting said motor to said power supply, when said engaging means is in said non-latching position; a starting coil for attracting said engaging means, when energized, to move said engaging means to said non-latching position; a switching circuit for connecting said starting coil

Abstract: In an electromagnetic trigger device in a camera capable of effecting time photography, and having a trigger switch, a power source and a motor for driving a shutter driving mechanism, there is provided a restraining lever movable between a restraining position and a non-restraining position. The lever, when in the restraining position, restrains the shutter driving mechanism in fully closed shutter position. A motor switch is adapted to be closed to energize the motor when the restraining lever is in the non-restraining position. A phase switch is parallel-connected to the motor switch and operatively associated with the shutter driving mechanism to be opened in the fully open and the fully closed position of the shutter. An actuating coil is responsive to closing of the trigger switch to be connected to the power source for a predetermined time and thereby energized to attract the restraining lever to the non-restraining position.

Abstract: A motion picture camera of the type having an electrically magnetically operated release. The electric circuit includes a drive circuit and a release circuit as well as a signal circuit connected between the drive circuit and the release circuit. The drive circuit includes an electric motor for driving the film and a normally open drive switch all connected in series with the current source. The release circuit includes a release magnet having an armature and an exciting coil. The armature operates a normally open release switch for closing it upon energization of the exciting coil. The release switch and exciter coil are connected in series with the source. Finally, the signal circuit includes an electro-optic indicator such as an incandescent lamp or light-emitting diode connected in parallel with the exciter coil of the magnet and in series with the motor. As a result, the indicator lights up upon closing of the release switch to produce a light mark on the film before the motor begins to drive the film.

Abstract: A mechanism which can be utilized to drive a rotating sector disc type light shutter with a high degree of precision, so as to control light exposures that are made through a stationary aperture. Unlike the prior art, this inventive mechanism can be used to extend the exposure duration range almost indefinitely. In essence, this is accomplished with the inventive mechanism by stopping the motion of the sector disc shutter, with the open portion of the sector disc aligned with the stationary aperture, and then, after a preset elapsed interval, restarting the disc to close the aperture and terminate the exposure. Also unlike the prior art, this inventive mechanism obviates the need for critical timing.

Abstract: A motion picture camera wherein a rotary shutter can be arrested in a first or a second angular position in which its blade respectively overlies and is out of register with the light-admitting aperture. In order to terminate a long exposure which is started with stoppage of the shutter in the second angular position, the user must close an auxiliary switch serving to energize an electromagnet which starts an electric motor for the shutter and simultaneously withdraws a tooth of a pivotable intercepting lever from the path of movement of two projections on the shutter. The first projection approaches and engages the tooth when the shutter is to be arrested in the first position, and the second projection approaches and engages the tooth in the second position of the shutter.